Support Groups in Prince Georges County, MD
Understanding relationships through the science of Attachment.

Hosted by Christ First Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Group meets in Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748
Understanding relationships through the science of Attachment.
This group provides a supportive atmosphere for adults who would like to stop smoking cigarettes/nicotine. During the sessions, you will receive the tools needed to identify triggers and implement new healthier behaviors with confidence. Contact me for more info.

Hosted by McGuire Therapeutic Services
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Group meets in Lanham, MD 20706
This group provides a supportive atmosphere for adults who would like to stop smoking cigarettes/nicotine. During the sessions, you will receive the tools needed to identify triggers and implement new healthier behaviors with confidence. Contact me for more info.
Are you an LGPC feeling stuck or unsure of your next steps as you build your counseling career? As a Maryland Board Approved Supervisor, I’m here to help you not only meet your supervision requirements but thrive in your professional growth. Why Choose Group Supervision? Supportive Collaboration: Share insights and experiences in a welcoming, judgment-free space. Enhanced Case Understanding: Gain fresh perspectives and innovative solutions for your clients. Practical Tools: Learn effective interventions and strategies to apply directly to your practice. Supervision isn’t just about meeting hours—it’s about becoming the counselor you aspire to be. (Sessions will be held virtually).

Hosted by New Reflections Therapeutic Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CST, CSAM
Group meets in Beltsville, MD 20705
Are you an LGPC feeling stuck or unsure of your next steps as you build your counseling career? As a Maryland Board Approved Supervisor, I’m here to help you not only meet your supervision requirements but thrive in your professional growth. Why Choose Group Supervision? Supportive Collaboration: Share insights and experiences in a welcoming, judgment-free space. Enhanced Case Understanding: Gain fresh perspectives and innovative solutions for your clients. Practical Tools: Learn effective interventions and strategies to apply directly to your practice. Supervision isn’t just about meeting hours—it’s about becoming the counselor you aspire to be. (Sessions will be held virtually).
Learning to live out a full masculine sexuality, i.e. the deeper expression of living confidently and purposefully. 8-week experiential group exploring:
1. Understanding early family and social messages, i.e. what you "should" be and "should" do to be a real man;
2. Dealing with the wounds of those messages;
3.Breaking self-defeating patterns that deplete your masculine energy;
4. Developing true masculine expressions, i.e. effectively communicating healthy masculine sexuality;
5. Understanding sex from the woman's side; and
6. Creating your own sexual script.
Begins Oct. 9, 2008. To register, go to www.AnewPlace.info.

Hosted by Kevin Barwick
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MHt
Group meets in Lanham, MD 20706
Learning to live out a full masculine sexuality, i.e. the deeper expression of living confidently and purposefully. 8-week experiential group exploring:
1. Understanding early family and social messages, i.e. what you "should" be and "should" do to be a real man;
2. Dealing with the wounds of those messages;
3.Breaking self-defeating patterns that deplete your masculine energy;
4. Developing true masculine expressions, i.e. effectively communicating healthy masculine sexuality;
5. Understanding sex from the woman's side; and
6. Creating your own sexual script.
Begins Oct. 9, 2008. To register, go to www.AnewPlace.info.
Adult 8 weeks accelerated, virtual, Zoom sessions.

Adult 8 weeks accelerated, virtual, Zoom sessions.
Many women find themselves overwhelmed by fears, procrastinating on goals, or doubting their abilities. These issues are often a result of anxiety and lead to self-imposed barriers that hinder your journey to success. Participants will learn about anxiety, examine their thought patterns, and acquire specific strategies to gain a new perspective. Cost is $600

Many women find themselves overwhelmed by fears, procrastinating on goals, or doubting their abilities. These issues are often a result of anxiety and lead to self-imposed barriers that hinder your journey to success. Participants will learn about anxiety, examine their thought patterns, and acquire specific strategies to gain a new perspective. Cost is $600
This group focuses on identifying and resolving conflict in relationships.

Hosted by Mental Matters Clinical Services, LLC
Counselor, MHS, LCPC, NCC
Group meets in Lanham, MD 20706
This group focuses on identifying and resolving conflict in relationships.
A virtual mindfulness processing group for adults experiencing anxiety and depression due to work-related stressors.

A virtual mindfulness processing group for adults experiencing anxiety and depression due to work-related stressors.
PTSD Men's Group: Trauma survivors: Combat; Domestic Violence; Environmental;

Hosted by Dr. O & Okundaye, LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MA, LCSW-C, LICSW
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
PTSD Men's Group: Trauma survivors: Combat; Domestic Violence; Environmental;
We live in an increasingly fast-paced society where personal issues are highly visible and intense. Finding a safe and confidential outlet to process problems can be challenging. New Millennial Counseling & Consulting (NMCC) offers a safe place to confront painful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that get in the way of your happiness. NMCC offers medication services in addition to individual/ couple/ family therapy to support mental and emotional wellness. NMCC offer telepsychiatry, teletherapy, and in-person sessions with competent clinicians. We offer convenient appointments including evening and weekend availability.

Hosted by Berlinda Retland
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP, APRN
Group meets in Greenbelt, MD 20770
We live in an increasingly fast-paced society where personal issues are highly visible and intense. Finding a safe and confidential outlet to process problems can be challenging. New Millennial Counseling & Consulting (NMCC) offers a safe place to confront painful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that get in the way of your happiness. NMCC offers medication services in addition to individual/ couple/ family therapy to support mental and emotional wellness. NMCC offer telepsychiatry, teletherapy, and in-person sessions with competent clinicians. We offer convenient appointments including evening and weekend availability.
The group tackles what is shame and how to overcome shame with Biblical principles. Women learn skills to understand yourself and improve self-esteem, which is essential for life satisfaction and maintaining healthy relationships.

Hosted by Ebony Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
The group tackles what is shame and how to overcome shame with Biblical principles. Women learn skills to understand yourself and improve self-esteem, which is essential for life satisfaction and maintaining healthy relationships.
We have specialized training in Play Therapy and Expressive interventions for children, adolescents and families.

Hosted by Emily Harshaw
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Group meets in Clinton, MD 20735
We have specialized training in Play Therapy and Expressive interventions for children, adolescents and families.
This group consists of young women of various ages who are in the midst of, or anticipating, major life changes, and the impact of those changes on their desired self-identity.

This group consists of young women of various ages who are in the midst of, or anticipating, major life changes, and the impact of those changes on their desired self-identity.
The Women's group meets bi-weekly to discuss various issues surrounding self esteem, relationships, parenting, anxiety, stress and grief. The group provides a safe space to unite with other women who share similar life experiences. The group is supportive and encourages healthy peer connections.

The Women's group meets bi-weekly to discuss various issues surrounding self esteem, relationships, parenting, anxiety, stress and grief. The group provides a safe space to unite with other women who share similar life experiences. The group is supportive and encourages healthy peer connections.
JMJ Healthcare Services provides Group Therapy for Male and female with Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Panic Disorders, Stress.

Hosted by JMJ Healthcare, Center For Medication Management
Psychiatric Nurse, CRNPPMH
Group meets in Bowie, MD 20715
JMJ Healthcare Services provides Group Therapy for Male and female with Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Panic Disorders, Stress.
The Women’s Wellness Group is a peer-led group for women. This group creates a supportive environment for women to connect over shared experiences and receive support.

Hosted by Harmony Wellness Counseling and Consulting Center,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW
Group meets in Laurel, MD 20708
The Women’s Wellness Group is a peer-led group for women. This group creates a supportive environment for women to connect over shared experiences and receive support.
Vision Book Club will meet on the 2nd Sunday of the month (every other month) from 3:30p.m.-5:30p.m. Topics include assisting ex-cult members. Also, support will be provided to assist families (who may have victims in their immediate family) with issues regarding human/sex trafficking. This is the fastest growing crime in the U.S.

Vision Book Club will meet on the 2nd Sunday of the month (every other month) from 3:30p.m.-5:30p.m. Topics include assisting ex-cult members. Also, support will be provided to assist families (who may have victims in their immediate family) with issues regarding human/sex trafficking. This is the fastest growing crime in the U.S.
We are relaunching the YA group. This is an open group for people between the ages of 18 and 26. Designed to provide a safe space for YAs to explore their developmental stage and discuss life challenges in a supportive environment. The group meets once a month on Saturdays at 12pm virtually. Call or email us today to join the group.

We are relaunching the YA group. This is an open group for people between the ages of 18 and 26. Designed to provide a safe space for YAs to explore their developmental stage and discuss life challenges in a supportive environment. The group meets once a month on Saturdays at 12pm virtually. Call or email us today to join the group.
GGG’s 8-Week Empowerment Group for Girls July 10 – August 28 | Virtual | Insurance Join GGG’s 8-week virtual group designed to help adolescent girls navigate self-image, self-confidence, social media, bullying, and more. Grounded in Christian-based encouragement, this supportive space offers weekly discussions, activities, and faith-led guidance to help girls grow in confidence, identity, and purpose. Led by caring mentors, each session empowers girls to rise above daily challenges with strength and faith. Space is limited—secure your spot today!

GGG’s 8-Week Empowerment Group for Girls July 10 – August 28 | Virtual | Insurance Join GGG’s 8-week virtual group designed to help adolescent girls navigate self-image, self-confidence, social media, bullying, and more. Grounded in Christian-based encouragement, this supportive space offers weekly discussions, activities, and faith-led guidance to help girls grow in confidence, identity, and purpose. Led by caring mentors, each session empowers girls to rise above daily challenges with strength and faith. Space is limited—secure your spot today!
The group addresses Substance Use Disorders (SUD). Our therapists deliver essential treatment and support in a group setting to those facing challenges with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We take a holistic approach to recovery, offering care that addresses both mind and body. Our comprehensive services include Outreach and Engagement, SUD Education, and Community Education, equipping individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to achieve lasting recovery.

Hosted by Appereon Health Services - Medicaid Accepted
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, CPRNPMH
Group meets in Hyattsville, MD 20785
The group addresses Substance Use Disorders (SUD). Our therapists deliver essential treatment and support in a group setting to those facing challenges with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We take a holistic approach to recovery, offering care that addresses both mind and body. Our comprehensive services include Outreach and Engagement, SUD Education, and Community Education, equipping individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to achieve lasting recovery.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Prince Georges County?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.